Pegasys

Peginterferon alfa-2a · pharmaand GmbH
PRESCRIPTION ONLY (USA)

Pegasys ingredients

Active ingredientStrength
Peginterferon Alfa-2A180 ug/.5mL, 180 ug/mL

What Pegasys is used for

Pegasys is a specialist medicine (interferon alpha). Its approved uses are listed on the official FDA label below.

Key facts

Brand
Pegasys
Generic name
Peginterferon alfa-2a
Made by
pharmaand GmbH
Forms
Injection, Solution
Given
Subcutaneous
Drug class
Interferon alpha
FDA approval
Biologic licence (BLA) BLA103964
On the US market since
2002

Official information

Specialist medicine: started and supervised by a specialist doctor or hospital. This page is a plain-language summary of public official information, not medical advice; follow your doctor and the official product information.

Common questions

What is Pegasys?

Pegasys (Peginterferon alfa-2a) is a specialist medicine made by pharmaand GmbH, approved by the US FDA.

What are the ingredients of Pegasys?

Pegasys contains Peginterferon Alfa-2A (180 ug/.5mL, 180 ug/mL).

From the FDA National Drug Code directory (open.fda.gov, public domain). Page made 5 November 2026 by Satya Babu.

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